Leiter racked seven scoreless innings, 10 K, two hits, and zero walks as Texas crushed Cleveland 10-0 to pull within a half-game of the Guardians in the AL Wild Card hunt. He leaned on a 97 mph heater and mixed in added velocity on the curve, showcasing improved feel and command with a pitch mix that minimized two-strike woes.

Between-start tweaks emphasized targeted, power-focused secondary stuff and a simpler mental approach, helping him punch out 14 of 15 two-strike counts. With fellow elite outings by Skubal, Gray and Schwellenbach cited as context, Leiter's breakout tease lands as a potential fantasy turning point for the Rangers' playoff push.